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M78 EDE

1995 Proton Gls

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

136,717 mi
Last recorded136,717 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2008
Typical for 1995 Proton Gls63,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM78 EDE
MakeProton
ModelGls
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Feb 2008 136,717 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 129,789 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2007 129,789 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Proton Gls?

Based on 3,834 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
4,136
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
963
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 382
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 345
Brake pipe excessively corroded 201
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 156
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 131
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M78 EDE is a 1995 Proton Gls in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1995 Proton Gls models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 63,030 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Proton Gls fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M78 EDE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Gls typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 31 years old, this Proton Gls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M78 EDE registered?

M78 EDE is a 1995 Proton Gls, first registered on 31 March 1995.

Is M78 EDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M78 EDE shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M78 EDE have outstanding finance?

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